Richard Burford, 79, from Reigate, chairman of the Friends’ of East Surrey Hospital has been awarded a BEM (British Empire Medal) in the New Year Honours for services to veterans and the community in Surrey. This recognition comes after many years volunteering that, as well as some 14

Opening Hours for Christmas Day, Saturday 26 December, Monday 28 December and Friday 1 January To make sure local areas have sufficient pharmaceutical supplies, some pharmacies will be open on Christmas Day. Full details of pharmacies which will be open on Christmas Day are available